NDNA calls for Government to act to reverse the catastrophic recruitment crisis so nurseries can deliver the 30 hour funded childcare promise. Data revealed in NDNA’s latest Workforce Survey show qualification levels dropping for the first time since the survey began, with staff turnover high at 21% for level three qualified staff. The main … [Read more...] about NDNA calls for Government to act to reverse the recruitment crisis
What Nursery Software to use
Question Q - Do you have any suggestions? "I am looking for recommendations for a nursery software package, which includes children's details, invoices etc." Answers A - We use kindersoft it does everything from cohort to invoice to milk numbers A - Redfish. They have EVERYTHING A -Childsplay A -I know Childminders who use baby … [Read more...] about What Nursery Software to use
Dealing with biting issues
Question Q "I have this week taken over the senco role at my setting. It has come to my attention that our 1-2 room is having biting issues, the previous senco has started abc charts with the key person also shadowing and adapting routine to prevent situations for a particular child to help and working and communicating closely with parents. I … [Read more...] about Dealing with biting issues
Making paint sticks
Freezing paint to make paint sticks Using small pots fill them with paint and place a lollipop stick in the middle of it. Place in the freezer overnight. This activity will help children's hand-eye coordination as well as developing their creative skills. Follow our hashtag #AfternoonActivityTime to follow all the exciting activities … [Read more...] about Making paint sticks
Wheel Prints
Riding bike through paint Why not try this creative activity. Children will thoroughly enjoy riding their bike through the different coloured paint,creating patterns as they go. Follow our hashtag #AfternoonActivityTime to follow all the exciting activities that are being shared on our Facebook page every day at 11.30 … [Read more...] about Wheel Prints
Printing with Natural Materials
Using natural materials to print with Why not take the children outside and collect natural materials. You can either do this printing activity inside or outside. Follow our hashtag #AfternoonActivityTime to follow all the exciting activities that are being shared on our Facebook page every day at 11.30 … [Read more...] about Printing with Natural Materials
Colour Mixing Activity
Helping children learn about colour mixing Drizzle different coloured paint over the table then cover with cling film. Encourage the children to mix the colours together using their fingers. This is great activity as it is a messy free activity. Follow our hashtag #AfternoonActivityTime to follow all the exciting activities that are being … [Read more...] about Colour Mixing Activity
Hand-Eye Coordination Activity
Threading Cheerios onto a piece of spaghetti This simple activity is great for developing children's hand-eye coordination. Use a piece of playdough to help keep the spaghetti still. Follow our hashtag #AfternoonActivityTime to follow all the exciting activities that are being shared on our Facebook page every day at 11.30 … [Read more...] about Hand-Eye Coordination Activity
Making Sand Moose
How to make Sand Moose Have you ever thought of making Sand Moose, it is very easy to make. Mix sand and shaving foam together to create a moose consistency. The children will enjoy exploring the texture of this sand moose. Follow our hashtag #AfternoonActivityTime to follow all the exciting activities that are being shared on our Facebook … [Read more...] about Making Sand Moose
Tiny Tim Nursery Rhyme
Making the nursery rhyme Tiny Tim interactive Why not collect the following resources and make this favourite nursery rhyme interactive. The children will thoroughly enjoy playing with the resources whilst listing to the song. Resources Tuff spot tray Sponges Bars if soap Plastic turtle Plug socket Follow our hashtag … [Read more...] about Tiny Tim Nursery Rhyme